Buca, Inc. is an industry leader in terms of growth in the number of restaurants it oversees. The company owns and operates 51 full service, dinner-only restaurants under the name Buca di Beppo. Its restaurants are located in 18 states as well as the District of Columbia. Buca di Beppo (meaning 'Joe's basement') restaurants differentiate from other Italian restaurant chains by providing distinctive oversized Southern Italian family style portions in a casual, festive, humorous, socially interactive atmosphere. Appealing to nostalgic trends, the décor at each of Buca's restaurants irreverently exaggerates the clichés of traditional postwar neighborhood Italian/American restaurants. In terms of scale, Buca thinks big: large food portions, large tables, and large restaurant size with an average seating capacity of 300.

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Buca di Beppo Pasta Sauce Recipes

In a 3 quart saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium Heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the salt. Bring to a boil, then cook over low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring often. Turn the heat off and add the fresh basil. Makes about 6 cups.

In a large pan, saute in olive oil the onion, celery, carrots and garlic over medium heat until the onion is translucent. In and out of pan, brown the meat. Once the meat is brown, drain off the excess grease add the meat to the vegetable mixture. And the wine, reduced by half, then and tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for about 30 minutes, during often. Makes 6 cups.

In a large saucepan over medium Heat, heat the cream, Salt, butter, white pepper and nutmeg to 140 degrees, stirring occasionally. Add the cheese a little bit of time, stirring constantly, until the cheese is completely Incorporated. Simmer for 10 minutes stirring. It should become thick and smooth. Temper the egg yolks by placing them in a cup or Bowl then gradually adding a little of the hot sauce. Stir this into the rest of the sauce, and cook for a few more minutes. Do not boil. Use immediately or cool in the refrigerator. Makes 5 cups.

Run the basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and butter through a food mill or pound with a mortar and pestle. Alternatively, use the chopping blade of a food processor. Place in a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients, mix well and refrigerate in a tightly sealed container. Take the amount of postage needed and bring to room temperature about 30 minutes before using. Makes 2 cups.